ISO 9712 Certification

Qualification and Certification of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Personnel

PRVÁ ZVÁRAČSKÁ, a.s.is an approved certification organization that tests and certifies individuals for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) at Level 2 and Level 3, following the ISO 9712 standard.

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About the Standard

What is ISO 9712 Certification?

ISO 9712 is the global standard that sets the rules for qualifying and certifying people who do Non-Destructive Testing (NDT).It explains what is needed to check and prove that NDT workers are skilled and qualified to use internationally accepted testing methods in many different industries.

The standard covers things like who is eligible, how much experience is needed, what exams must be taken, vision requirements, how to get certified, and how to keep the certificate up to date.
It also makes sure that there is a fair and unbiased way to check if NDT workers can perform tests and understand their results properly according to the right standards.

PRVÁ ZVÁRAČSKÁ, a.
s.helps qualify and certify NDT workers based on ISO 9712.This means they provide an independent check that the workers are competent for the specific tests, skill levels, and industries they work in.

ISO 9712 is used in many industries such as oil and gas, aerospace, power generation, pressure equipment, railways, manufacturing, construction, shipbuilding, and heavy engineering.
In these areas, qualified NDT workers are needed to carry out inspections properly according to international standards.

Why It Matters

Competence Verification

Provides independent verification of the competence of NDT personnel.

Inspection Reliability

Enhances confidence in accuracy and consistency of NDT activities.

International Recognition

Certification  is recognized in accordance with ISO 9712 across a wide range of industrial sectors. 

Personnel Qualification

Demonstrates that NDT personnel have met the applicable qualification and  certification requirements.

Industry Acceptance

Commonly used in fields like oil and gas, power production, aerospace, rail transport, manufacturing, building, and heavy engineering.

Key Requirements of ISO 9712 Certification

ISO 9712 sets out the rules for qualifying and certifying people who do non-destructive testing.It covers things like who can qualify, how to get certified, the exams they need to take, the work experience required, and how often they need to renew their certification.

Eligibility Requirements

Compliance with eligibility requirements applicable to the selected NDT method and qualification level.

Industrial Experience

Documented Industrial experience in accordance with the requirements of ISO 9712.

Qualification Examination

Successful completion of the applicable general, specific and pratical examinations.

Vision Requirements

Compliance with the visual acuity and colour vision requirements specified by the standard.

Certification

Certification for the applicable NDT method, qualification level and industrial sector.

Certificate Validity

Maintenance of certification through renewal and recertification in accordance with ISO 9712.

Certification Records

Maintenance of certification records and related documentation.

Independent Certification

 Independent verification by an accredited personnel certification body in accordance with ISO 9712

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